Tempe
Freeway partner cityData as of Oct 1, 2026Venture funding by year
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| Year | Venture funding | Rounds |
|---|---|---|
| 2019 | $686.1M | 21 |
| 2020 | $170.0M | 23 |
| 2021 | $285.4M | 20 |
| 2022 | $438.5M | 23 |
| 2023 | $55.7M | 6 |
| 2024 | $146.1M | 9 |
| 2025 | $67.8M | 7 |
| 2026* | $21.0M | 3 |
Industries
- Health86
- Marketing55
- Enterprise software50
- Energy45
- Fintech43
- Real estate39
- Education35
- Food31
- Semiconductors31
- Media24
And 20 more industries.
Companies in Tempe
217–240 of 687 companies
- Environmental Support Solutions
Energy, Enterprise software
Environmental Support Solutions (ESS) was a provider of Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) and crisis management software designed for enterprise sustainability. Initially, the business focused on helping companies manage and track refrigerant emissions to comply with new EPA regulations, distributing its software on floppy disks. The firm's business model centered on selling software and related services that enabled organizations to more efficiently handle EHS and crisis management challenges. Its unified modular software platform aimed to reduce risks and costs by simplifying the complexities associated with managing disparate systems. This approach helped clients maintain a single, accurate source of critical data across their enterprise, from operational floors to the boardroom. The software catered to a wide range of clients, including educational institutions, government agencies, healthcare facilities, chemical manufacturers, and utilities. Key product offerings included the Essential Suite™, which provided integrated modules for EH&S and Crisis Management, helping to drive process improvements and better decision-making. The platform featured capabilities for managing greenhouse gases, corporate social responsibility reporting, worker safety, compliance reporting, and emergency response.ESS grew to over 100 employees with a global client base, establishing offices in locations like Beijing and Calgary in addition to its Tempe, Arizona headquarters. In September 2009, ESS was acquired by IHS Inc. (now part of S&P Global) for approximately $59 million. The acquisition was part of IHS's strategy to expand its offerings in the environmental sector, following earlier acquisitions of companies like Dolphin Software and Environmental Software Providers.
Early stage · 501–1000 employees · $9.5M raised
- Epay Management
Fintech, Marketing
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- Erthos
Robotics
Erthos is a startup operating in the renewable energy sector, specifically solar power. The company's team has a rich background, with experience from leading companies such as Tesla, Intel, General Electric, and more. They have worked on several of the world's largest solar power plants and have a strong presence in global markets, including the US, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, India, Asia, and the Pacific.Erthos offers a unique product known as Earth Mount Solar PV. This technology is designed to maximize the benefits of solar power, and the company provides project engineering services to help developers and Independent Power Producers (IPPs) implement it. Their process begins with a software-driven project proposal, after which they fully engage as project engineers.The company's business model is based on providing both the technology and the engineering services required to implement it. They offer a range of patented parts that are key to the operation of the Earth Mount Solar PV system. Depending on the project's needs, Erthos can supply the entire plant, balance of plant, or just the unique parts that enable the Earth Mount Solar PV system.In simple terms, Erthos makes money by selling its patented technology and providing the engineering services required to implement it. Their clients include developers and IPPs who are looking to leverage the benefits of solar power.
Breakout · 51–200 employees · $50.9M raised
- EscrowTab
Legal
Early stage · 2–10 employees · $5.3M raised
- EST Companies
Energy
Early stage
- Ettoranthonys
Food
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- EV Access
Transportation
At EV Access, we’re enabling people to have an experience with the EV Industry. We are dedicated to finding a balance between technology and overall vehicle operation, while offering the best customer service.Our team is determined to introduce new methods of transportation through the world of EV. We’ve cultivated a values-first culture, with a team empowered to have their voice heard, be humble, and take ownership.We are mostly a West Coast team made up of talented individuals that challenge each other. We are hiring across several departments - Visit our website for more information.
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- Evil Controllers
Gaming
Early stage · 11–50 employees
Early stage · 2–10 employees
Early stage · 11–50 employees
- EyeTech Digital Systems
Energy
EyeTech Digital Systems specializes in creating advanced speech generating software, devices, and eye gaze technology that empower individuals with communication challenges to express themselves effectively. The company serves a diverse range of clients, including individuals with disabilities, healthcare providers, and educational institutions. Operating in the assistive technology market, EyeTech's business model revolves around the development and sale of high-tech communication solutions. Revenue is generated through direct sales, B2B financing options, and international distribution. EyeTech is committed to continuous innovation, ensuring that its products remain at the forefront of technology to meet the evolving needs of its users.
Breakout · 11–50 employees · $26.0M raised
- Ezyscribe
Health
Pennhealth Informatics LLC, founded in 2017, provides comprehensive clinical documentation and administrative support services to the US healthcare market through its AI-driven platform, Ezyscribe. The company was established by Mathewson Karimthuruthel, who serves as Director, and Biju Mattamana, the company's President. Karimthuruthel has a background in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA in Information Services, while Mattamana holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and an MBA with experience in the IT, BPO, and KPO sectors. Ezyscribe is an ambient AI platform designed to reduce the administrative burden on healthcare professionals by automating clinical documentation. The technology records patient encounters and converts them into structured, HIPAA-compliant notes that can be integrated with EHR/EMR systems. This allows clinicians to focus more on patient care and less on manual data entry. The platform offers both AI-driven and human-assisted scribing to ensure high accuracy. In addition to its core scribing and transcription services, the company provides virtual medical assistant services, which include patient scheduling, insurance eligibility verification, and billing documentation. The business operates on a B2B model, serving a wide range of clients from solo practitioners to large hospitals across various medical specialties such as cardiology, oncology, and primary care. Revenue is generated by providing these documentation and virtual assistant services, which aim to reduce operational costs, improve workflow efficiency, and enhance patient care outcomes for their clients. The platform is accessible on multiple devices, including desktops, tablets, and smartphones.
Early stage · 11–50 employees
- FandomWire
Media
FandomWire operates as a digital media entity focused on delivering entertainment news and content. The platform positions itself as a comprehensive source for updates across various entertainment sectors, including movies, television, and gaming, with a commitment to providing current information to a global audience of entertainment enthusiasts. Content examples range from analyses of WWE matches and F1 news to updates on Apple TV programming. Content dissemination occurs through its primary website and extends across multiple social media channels such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and YouTube, in addition to Google News, aiming for broad reach and accessibility. FandomWire reports collaborations with prominent entertainment corporations like Marvel, Disney, and Warner Bros., suggesting established industry relationships. The organization has also received mentions from recognized media outlets, including Forbes and Yahoo, indicating a degree of visibility within the digital media landscape. While the specific monetization strategy is not explicitly detailed in the provided information, its operational model, focused on widespread content distribution and engagement, is common among digital publishers that may leverage advertising, sponsored content, or affiliate partnerships based on audience reach and industry connections.
Breakout · 51–200 employees
- FEAST food works
Food
FEAST operates as an integrated service partner for food brands, addressing a perceived gap in the quality and transparency of existing co-packing services. The company provides a comprehensive suite of solutions that encompass production, logistics, and marketing, functioning as an all-in-one platform for its clients.The business targets both established and emerging brands within the food sector. Its value proposition is built on leveraging its integrated capabilities and industry experience to foster growth for these partner brands.The operational model is designed to be a client-centric, end-to-end solution, covering the entire process from manufacturing and co-packing to order fulfillment and marketing support. This structure aims to create lasting value by providing a reliable and transparent foundation for brand development.
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- Ferticell
Food
Ferticell is a company specializing in sustainable and organic fertilizers for the commercial agriculture industry, founded in 2004 and headquartered in Tempe, Arizona. It began with the goal of improving crop nutrient efficiency sustainably and has since expanded its product line from a single offering to over 18 products available in more than 43 states. Ferticell's business model serves both conventional and organic farmers through a B2B and D2C approach, utilizing a network of agricultural retailers and distributors as key partners. Initially focused on direct sales to organic growers, the company shifted its strategy to collaborate with distributors and dealers to achieve broader market penetration. This approach addresses the educational need for its unique products, which are often used in conjunction with other inputs at lower, more frequent rates. The core of Ferticell's product line is its proprietary technology that uses plant-based raw materials, such as soy protein hydrolysate and single-cell freshwater algae, to create highly bioavailable fertilizers. This technology was developed in Europe and introduced to the U.S. in 2004. Unlike chemical fertilizers, Ferticell's products are designed for immediate plant uptake without needing microbial conversion in the soil, allowing nutrients to be utilized within hours of application. The products are low in salt, non-GMO, and do not contain animal by-products. The company’s unique delivery system involves using unicellular freshwater algae as a carrier, which transports nutrients directly into the plant's cells. This method is highly efficient and also contributes to soil health, as the empty algae cells serve as a prebiotic food source for the soil microbiome. The product portfolio includes a range of liquid and highly soluble powder fertilizers designed to support plants at various growth stages. Offerings like Explorer™ 16-0-0, Nutri-Plus™, and the Universal™ freshwater algae extract are formulated to enhance root mass, increase flower and fruit production, and improve plant resilience to stress. By focusing on plant-derived nutrients, Ferticell aims to provide a sustainable solution that improves soil health, maximizes water usage, and increases crop yields for farmers.
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- FetchBack
Marketing
FetchBack operated as a specialized digital advertising firm focusing on display ad retargeting. The firm's business model centered on providing fully-managed services to recapture potential customers for its clients after they had navigated away from a client's website.FetchBack's core service utilized its proprietary retargeting platform, known as FIDO, to deliver targeted advertising messages across multiple ad networks and exchanges. This technology analyzed data from prior website visits—such as products viewed, items left in shopping carts, and keywords searched—to generate dynamic ads tailored to individual user interests. The objective was to increase conversion rates and deliver a high return on investment for its clients, which included a diverse range of over 500 advertisers like True Religion and Grand Canyon University. The company's revenue was generated by providing these retargeting solutions to its clients, who sought to re-engage lost prospects.In 2008, FetchBack secured $1 million in a Series A funding round from investors including Metamorphic Ventures. The company's trajectory shifted significantly in June 2010 when it was acquired by GSI Commerce for a reported sum of around $40 million. The corporate structure evolved again when eBay acquired GSI Commerce in 2011 for $2.4 billion, rebranding it as eBay Enterprise. FetchBack, along with other marketing service companies under the GSI umbrella, became part of the newly formed eBay Enterprise Marketing Solutions. This entity was later sold by eBay in 2015 and dissolved, with its various components being sold off or merged into other companies like Pepperjam and Radial, Inc.
Early stage · 2–10 employees · $1.0M raised
- Fission
Enterprise software
Early stage
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- Floatology
Health
Early stage
- Flow Bros
Wellness & beauty
Flow Bros is a men's grooming company founded by twin brothers, Jake and Ryan, who are passionate about sports and hairstyling. Their personal frustration with the lack of quality hair products on the market that could withstand an active lifestyle led them to create their own solutions. The brand was born from their desire to develop a men's hair clay that provides excellent texture, volume, and hold without compromising on quality, drawing from their firsthand experience with the 'flow' hairstyle popular in sports like hockey and lacrosse.The company operates in the direct-to-consumer personal care market, selling its products primarily through its website. The business model focuses on building a strong community around the brand, engaging with customers through authenticity and a shared passion for hairstyling. Their product line includes items such as a Sea Salt Spray and a Hair Styling Clay, which are also available as a bundled package. The core mission is to empower men to express their individuality through their hair, offering products designed to help them achieve their desired look effortlessly.Flow Bros aims to provide high-performance grooming products that are both effective and cleanly designed. The company has reported selling over 50,000 units since its launch, indicating a growing presence in the men's personal care space. By focusing on quality, community engagement, and standout design, Flow Bros is positioning itself as a recognizable brand in modern grooming.
Early stage · 2–10 employees
- FLXR - AI Browser
Marketing
FLXR is an AI-powered automation browser designed for social media marketing, initially launched for macOS. The product's creator, Harold, developed it to streamline the repetitive and time-consuming process of social media engagement for solo entrepreneurs and small businesses. The development took approximately four months before its public beta launch.The browser operates by allowing users to input natural language commands, which the AI then executes to find and engage in relevant conversations within a user's niche. This functionality aims to reduce hours of manual searching and interaction to just minutes. A key feature is its user-controlled automation; it does not post, comment, or like content without direct user initiation and approval for each action. The software works without accessing private APIs, instead driving a visible browser window and using AppleScript to simulate human-like clicks and navigation, ensuring transparency and preventing spam-like behavior. FLXR also gathers context from user activity, which can be reviewed later, and provides metrics on the time saved.The business model is subscription-based, with a paid beta offered at half the price of the planned final launch cost. Early subscribers are grandfathered into their initial subscription plan. The initial beta version focuses on Reddit automation, with plans to expand to other platforms like X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn. The target market consists of solopreneurs, SaaS builders, creators, and small marketing teams who need to build an online presence but want to avoid robotic or inauthentic engagement.
Early stage · 1 employees
- FOR ENERGY
Real estate, Energy
Early stage · 11–50 employees
- Foresight Finishing
Semiconductors
Foresight Finishing, LLC, established in December 2010, is a specialized provider of metal plating and finishing services. The firm offers high-tolerance precious and non-precious metal electroplating, including gold, silver, nickel, copper, tin, and palladium. Its services cater to manufacturers in the aerospace, defense, medical, and electronics industries. Foresight Finishing utilizes various application methods such as vibratory, rack, selective, and barrel plating to handle small, fragile components with precision tolerances. The company also provides in-house heat treatment services, a capability added to meet customer demand for handling ultra-small precision parts common in the electronics industry. Foresight Finishing holds multiple industry-recognized accreditations, including Nadcap for both chemical processing and heat treating, as well as ITAR registration, ensuring compliance with stringent aerospace and defense standards. The company has demonstrated consistent growth, leading to a facility expansion in May 2017 that increased its operational footprint by 40%. A management restructure in September 2020 introduced a corporate discipline focused on lean manufacturing, data-driven decisions, and a people-driven leadership style. In November 2025, Valence Surface Technologies, a large North American aerospace surface finishing platform, acquired Foresight Finishing to enhance its capabilities in precious metal treatments.
Early stage · 11–50 employees
- Foresight Technologies
Semiconductors
Foresight Technologies is a global and vertically integrated company that provides advanced manufacturing services. The company specializes in CNC machining of plastics and metals, plastic welding, and high-purity plumbing and fluid-based process equipment. Foresight Technologies serves industry leaders in the semiconductor, aerospace, and defense sectors by delivering subsystems and turnkey systems built to exact specifications and quality requirements.The company operates from world-class production facilities and has a Foresight Technology Center (FTC) focused on partnerships with OEMs and Semiconductor Fabs to support the development and production of high-purity fluid delivery equipment. Foresight Technologies is a key supplier for quality-driven customers, offering a range of critical manufacturing capabilities.
Breakout · 51–200 employees
Recent venture rounds
| Company | Round | Amount | Date | Investors |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ProPlaintiff.ai | Early VC | Undisclosed | Jul 2026 | Not disclosed |
| Basata | Series A | $21.0M | May 2026 | Cowboy Ventures, Basis Set Ventures, PHX Ventures +1 more |
| LifeGuides | Growth Equity VC | Undisclosed | Jan 2026 | Castellan Group |
| RunBuggy | Series B | $37.0M | Oct 2025 | Centana Growth Partners |
| DMD systems Recovery, Inc. | Growth Equity VC | Undisclosed | Sep 2025 | Tailwind Capital |
| Shilo AI | Seed | $2.6M | Jun 2025 | The Levi Rodgers Real Estate Group, The MPH Team, AZ-VC +6 more |
| Solestial | Series A | $17.0M | May 2025 | Techstars, Airbus Ventures, AE Ventures +6 more |
| Uplinq | Series A | $10.0M | May 2025 | LiveOak Venture Partners, Next Coast Ventures, AZ-VC |
| Morphos Ai | Early VC | $500K | May 2025 | Not disclosed |
| Purityresource | Seed | $680K | Apr 2025 | Not disclosed |